Botanical Name: Boswellia carteri Plant Part: Resin Extraction Method: CO2 Origin: Ethiopia Description: The Frankincense tree originates from the Middle East, and is small with abundant pinnacle leaves. The flowers are white or pale pink. Color: Pale yellow green Common Uses: The therapeutic properties of Frankincense oil include use as an antiseptic, astringent, carminative, digestive, diuretic, sedative, tonic and expectorant. Consistency: Medium Note: Base Strength of Aroma: Frankincense has a woody, spicy, haunting smell. It is slightly camphoric, but is regarded as more pleasant. Blends well with: basil, bergamot, cardamom, cedarwood, chamomile, cinnamon, clary sage, coriander, geranium, ginger Aromatic Scent:Frankincense oil is said to help rejuvenate an ageing skin , is a skin tonic and is effective with sores, carbuncles, wounds, scars and skin inflammation. History:Frankincense is from the French word 'Franc' meaning 'luxuriant' or it could be 'real incense'. Also known as Olibanum, Frankincense was used by the ancient Egyptians as an offering to the gods and as a rejuvenating facemask. Cautions:Frankincense oil is non-toxic and non-irritant and could be used by most people.
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Submited By: Simone from New Westminster, British Columbia on 12/19/2008 Rating:
It smells great! I use this with Neroli and Rosehip to make face oil, I can see my skin become bright & radiant. For this price, it's a must!
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Botanical Name: Boswellia carteri 
